Gage Gardner
Phoenix
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in supply chain procurement and contract administration with a focus on achieving operational excellence. Committed to supporting the contract administration team in optimizing contractual processes and driving organizational success through positive business decisions. Possessing exceptional written and verbal communication skills, along with a keen ability to interface with suppliers/customers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and maintain strong relationships. Equipped with a Master’s degree in Business Administration,3 years of experience in purchasing/procurement, operations/business and 1 year of contract administration within the aerospace and defense industry. Knowledgeable on FAR/DFAR regulations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Management Specialist Jr. Lead
The Boeing Company
07.2023 - Current
- Team Lead to 6 Contract Management Specialist supporting 5 different programs; provided guidance and mentorship during proposal lifecycle from receipt of Request for Proposal to Contract Award.
- Assisted in various initiatives designed to streamline proposal cycle time, providing monthly reports and presentations to Sr. Manager and Contracts Leadership Team (Director's and V.P of Government and Enterprise Contracts)
- Managed multi-million dollar FAR/DFAR compliant proposals throughout proposal lifecycle, coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet tight deadlines and secure revenue generating revenue.
- Developed and implemented strategies for contract negotiation and risk mitigation, ensuring compliance with government regulations and corporate policies, resulting in successful contract execution and reduced risk exposure.
- Adhere to compliance with TINA, DFAR, FAR's and PRO's.
Finance Counselor
Grand Canyon Education
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Provide comprehensive financial and academic guidance to students throughout their academic journey
- Ensure students financial clearance by coordinating financial aid, military tuition assistance, and veteran affairs benefits
- Led bi-weekly group meetings with various departments within the company, ensuring compliance with departmental requirements
- Coordinate with various departments throughout organization to ensure organizational demand is met for total enrollment
- Assisted management with daily tasks aimed at improving the daily return of contact rate to above95% with an initial starting point of68%
Paralegal
Lexington Law Firm
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Conducted thorough analysis of complex legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and discovery materials
- Prepared and maintained case files, organizing, and updating essential documentation for efficient retrieval and reference
- Drafted legal correspondence, including letters, memoranda, and client communications, maintaining a high standard of professionalism and accuracy
- Collaborated with a team of paralegals and attorneys to develop and implement strategies for successful case resolution
Assistant Store Manager
Circle K
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Oversaw daily operations, co-managing a team of14 employees, exceeding divisional goals for sales revenue
- Optimized inventory management processes, resulting in a reduction in stock discrepancies by20% and improved efficiency for store in Q2 &Q3
- Collaborated with suppliers to maintain optimal inventory levels and resolve supply chain issues in midst of pandemic, reducing missing supply by35% from Q1 to Q3
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to communicate objectives, provide guidance, and foster a positive work environment
Member Sales
Planet Fitness
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Compute bills, collect payments, and process requested changes for guests
- Routinely exceed4 welcome tours,3 total sign-ups,2 top-tier membership sign-ups,1 training class sign-up per8-hour shift expectations
- Utilized consultative sales to up-sell memberships depending on the needs of the client
Procurement Specialist
JG Builder
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed procurement activities for multi-million dollar residential construction projects, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services
- Negotiated supplier quotes with Suppliers, coordinated strategic agreements with high-dollar/high-volume suppliers, secured favorable pricing/delivery from suppliers
- Communicated with suppliers to track purchase order delivery status, prepared, and distributed weekly reports to suppliers, providing updates on open orders and maintaining accurate delivery dates
- Collaborated with other departments to provide program visibility and status updates on procurement activities
- Requested and tracked milestone schedules for parts and materials, ensuring adherence to project timelines
- Conducted regular status meetings with suppliers and effectively communicated with global supply chain functions
- Coordinated with buyers, programs, and other organizations to support smooth procurement operations
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona04.2020
Skills
- Contract Administration
- Contract Negotiation
- Project Management
- Procurement
- Proposal Bidding
- Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Word
Timeline
Contract Management Specialist Jr. Lead
The Boeing Company
07.2023 - Current
Finance Counselor
Grand Canyon Education
02.2021 - 02.2023
Paralegal
Lexington Law Firm
08.2020 - 02.2021
Assistant Store Manager
Circle K
01.2020 - 08.2020
Member Sales
Planet Fitness
10.2018 - 03.2020
Procurement Specialist
JG Builder
01.2017 - 01.2019
Master of Business Administration -
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Justice Studies
Grand Canyon University
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